17 February 2013

it's a shawl after all, y'all ~ posted by Melissa


Dozer, Jason and I headed down to Mukilteo Lighthouse Beach this morning and hung out with the pigeons and a few people that were brave enough to venture out in the very chilly, rainy weather.


We were on a mission to get some photos of my new shawl ;) ~ yup, I'm not sure it will ever grace my table top.  I'm enamored.


I'm so glad I did take out one chart D section ~ it did make all the difference in my feeling comfortable wearing it.


And I'm glad I decided to add beads to the edging ~ I can't describe how that little bit of extra weight around the outer edge makes it lie just a little bit better.


I love my new shawl ~ you can see loads more photos here if you'd like.  Those of you that know me also know that I always get carried away with pictures when I really, truly love a finished knit.  Thanks everyone for knitting along with us this year.  I sure enjoyed all the new company and eagerly await the other 8 or so finished shawls as they appear!  Can't wait to see them all!  ~ Melissa



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28 comments:

  1. AndeeFebruary 17, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    It is beautiful! I am so glad that it all worked out perfect for you.

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 3:11 PM

      thanks, Andee! I don't think I've ever been so wishy-washy with a project before!

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  2. UnknownFebruary 17, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    Wonderful photos and beautiful job, Melissa!

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 3:55 PM

      thanks, Heather ~ I'm glad it's finally finished and has 'become' something!

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  3. AndiFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    And it looks lovely on you! Beautiful job!

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:36 PM

      thanks, Andi ~ I hope you give yours another go one of these days ~ it was going to be incredible!

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  4. Lori annFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    it's just beautiful, and looks so wonderful on you!

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:38 PM

      thank you, Lori ~ I tried really hard to get photos that measured up to yours ;)

      and that's no small task!!!

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  5. Kelli ~ OneknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:41 PM

    You and Jas did a great job on photos, great lighting for your shawl, ahhh another fine lace piece~

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:42 PM

      thanks, Kelli! maybe we can get a picture of them both together on Saturday?

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  6. PennyFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    This could be my most fav project you have knitted. I LOVE it. You did that pattern proud, Melissa. It looks perfect on you. Thanks for sharing. Hugs!

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:35 PM

      thank you thank you, Penny! where've you been? you must be due for a visit at work soon, eh? looking forward to chatting with you in person!

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    2. PennyFebruary 20, 2013 at 1:41 PM

      Oh I keep an eye on you. Just quiet I suppose. Imagine ME quiet. I have an appointment in March, except I am scheduling hand surgery -- finally, and I might have to reschedule the teeth. I'll call as soon as I can if I need to change, since I'll be in a serious cast for ten days, and then a less serious cast, to a splint. Somewhere in there I can start driving -- after I'm not medicated anyway.

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  7. karenFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:18 AM

    the best photo shoot ever!!! love the scenery and you look lovely in your shawl :)

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:52 AM

      thanks, Karen ~ Puget Sound is an amazing place, even when the weather is crummy!

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  8. Tracey ~ CloverFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:36 AM

    It's just beautiful Melissa, and you make it even more so!

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:53 AM

      thank you, Tracey!! I'm pretty pleased with how everything worked itself out ;)

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  9. jeffryFebruary 20, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    it looks fabulous, mel! well done you!

    i've reached the halfway mark on my edging, but we had knit-night last night at the pub, so i was only able to get a couple of repeats done before i had to put it down and pick up something in garter. that's way too hard to knit and be social... then there was the beer..... ;)

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 20, 2013 at 9:38 AM

      did you have some yuengling?? :)

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    2. jeffryFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:40 AM

      nope, even better. we live literally a block away from a small little microbrew in this old victorian house. 5 taps plus 3 hand pumps = 8 british and belgian inspired beers on tap all the time. :)

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  10. thecrazysheepladyFebruary 20, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    That is stunning! The beads are perfect!!!

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  11. AlisaFebruary 20, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    wow....that is gorgeous!!!! Love it!

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 20, 2013 at 4:07 PM

      thank you, Alisa ~ I loved your blog post today...learning to spin with your daughter ~ how fun!

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  12. SophieFebruary 21, 2013 at 1:23 AM

    Hi Melissa
    Thanks for stopping by my blog and I have finally get chance to read through your older posts.
    Actually, I went to join you and then realised I had already done so :-) I know, realise that I hadn't added you to my bloglovin account which is how i keep up with my favourite blogs so will do so immediately. I simply dont want to miss out on any of that fabulous knitting. Wow, you and your knitalong-ees are amazing knitters. I can only dream of being able to knit like that!
    So talented.
    Sx

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    1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:59 PM

      hi, Sophie! they are an inspiring bunch if I do say so myself!

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  13. Lisa UotinenFebruary 21, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Your pictures are GREAT! My sister lives in Portland Oregon and I'm determined to get out to the west coast soon...thanks for visiting my blog and commenting.

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